Frequently Asked Questions

General

Q: How many professionals typically attend the Pacific Veterinary Conference?

A: Approximately 1,700 veterinary professionals.

Q: Is the conference at the hotel?

A: Yes, the Vet Expo and all CE sessions will take place at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square Hotel.

Q: How will I know where to go?

A: Directional signs will be posted around the hotel. You may also ask Pacific Veterinary Conference staff and/or hotel staff.

Q: Is parking available?

A: Yes. Parking is available onsite and in nearby parking garages.

Q: Are there options for daycare?

A: Yes, guests may contact the hotel’s concierge desk for assistance in finding licensed daycare providers in the area.

Q: Will there be dietary-specific food options available?

A: If you require special dietary needs please, contact the PacVet office by email at info@pacvet.net or by phone at 800.655.2862.

Registration

Q: Are meals included in the registration fee?

A: Yes, there are at least 19 food events:

Four continental breakfasts

Hosted breaks

Two lunches provided in the Exhibit Hall on Friday and Saturday

Evening receptions

Q: Are lecture notes included in the registration fee?

A: No, lecture notes are an additional purchased item. Lecture notes can be bought on a flash drive for $15. However, they are complimentary on the conference mobile app, the Veterinary Information Network (VIN) website, and at PacVet.net.

Continuing Education Credits

Technicians can take advantage of 26.5 hours of technician-specific CE.

Q: Are Pacific Veterinary Conference CE hours RACE approved?

California

The California Veterinary Medical Association, the sponsor of the Pacific Veterinary Conference, is a statutorily approved CE provider in California.

CE earned at the Pacific Veterinary Conference will be accepted by the California Veterinary Medical Board toward the mandatory 36 hours required every two years for re-licensure.

Most states will accept CVMA-sponsored CE.

Texas

To receive credit for your CE at the Pacific Veterinary Conference, you must follow proper procedures per the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (TBVME).

Sign in at the Information Desk upon arrival.

Track your CE hours on the CE Certificate of Attendance.

Sign out beforeyou leave the conference.

A Pacific Veterinary Conference staff member must verify your hours and give you a certificate of attendance/completion. (Per the TBVME these certificates cannot be mailed or given out after the conference).

All other states

Contact your local Veterinary Medical Board or licensing agency to determine what CE at the Pacific Veterinary Conference qualifies in your state.

Contact the Pacific Veterinary Conference staff prior to the conference with any questions or special requirements by email at info@pacvet.net or by phone at 800.655.2862.

Q: Do I sign up for each session I want to attend?

A: Sessions are open to all registered attendees. Hands-on laboratories, symposiums, and workshops require additional registration and fees. (Guests may not attend sessions).

Q: How do I keep track of the sessions I attend so I can submit my CE to my state regulator?

A: To keep track of your sessions, you will receive a CE Certificate of Attendance at check-in to record your hours and keep for your records. Do not turn it into the registration desk.